Avignon & Pope's Palace Walking TourDiscover Avignon and Pope's Palace
Begin a 3.5-hour guided walking tour of Avignon and discover the city’s most iconic landmarks. Start by climbing the fortified medieval walls to reach the Rocher des Doms gardens, where you’ll enjoy panoramic views over Avignon and the Rhône River. Learn about the city’s rich history, including its key role in the early 14th century as the seat of the papacy.
Continue with a guided visit to the Papal Palace, with entrance tickets included. Explore the largest Gothic palace in Europe and picture the refined and powerful lifestyle of the popes who once lived there, while your local guide shares fascinating stories and historical insights.
Afterward, stroll through Avignon’s charming cobbled streets to Place de l’Horloge. Admire the painted windows, the town hall with its clock tower, and the historic theatre. End your tour with a glass of Côtes du Rhône wine at a local venue near the Papal Palace.
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Tour Information
- Tour Code : SMFRAVCU05
- Type : Small Group Tour
- Category : Walking Tour
- Duration : 3.5 Hours
- Departure City : Avignon, France
- Departure : Guaranteed Departure
- Grade/Difficulity : Easy To Moderate
- Transport Mode : Not applicable
- Children Allowed : Yes
- Min Group Size : 4
- Max Group Size : 8
- Arrangement : Local Guide
- Entrance Fee : Included
- Hotel Pickup : No
- Language Offered : English
- Hotel Dropoff : No
- Meeting Time: 09:00 AM
- Starting/Meeting Point : Our Partner Office at 4 Rue République 84000 Avignon. Report 15 minutes earlier
English - Every Weekday Except Saturday
- Explore Avignon’s UNESCO-listed old town with your guide, including panoramic view such as the Pont d’Avignon, from the city walls and the Rocher des Doms
- Visit the impressive Gothic Popes’ Palace, former residence of the pontiffs
- Discover the main square of Avignon : Place de l’Horloge with Town Hall and the Opera house
- Enjoy a glass of Côtes du Rhône wine at the end of the visit
- Entrance ticket to the Popes' Palace
- One glass of Côtes du Rhône wine
- Friendly and professional conferencier-guide
- Everything that is not mentioned in “Inclusions”
- Lunch
- Children 0-3 years not allowed
Pricing
| From | To | Per Pax | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 1, 2026 | Oct 31, 2026 | Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Sunday | On Request |
